BANYAN –ELEMENTARY–
DISCOVERY –ELEMENTARY–
HORIZON –ELEMENTARY–
NOB HILL –ELEMENTARY–
EIGHBOR HOOD SCHOOLSGUID
SANDPIPER –ELEMENTARY–
SAWGRASS –ELEMENTARY–
VILLAGE –ELEMENTARY–
WELLEBY –ELEMENTARY–
FRANKLIN –ACADEMY–
BAIR –MIDDLE–
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MIDDLE SCHOOLS
Children and education are top priorities in the City of Sunrise. Because strong schools help sustain vibrant neighborhoods, the Sunrise City Commission and City staff are committed to engaging families and supporting the local schools, administrators and teachers who are so vital to our students’ growth.
Schools in our community comprise an innovative and energetic learning network that enables Sunrise children to receive a high-quality education from kindergarten through high school. The programs and partnerships outlined in the Neighborhood Schools Guide contribute to the achievements of our great schools. Thank you to all who play a role in their success!
See page 5 for more information about the City Commission
From Left to Right: Deputy Mayor Joseph A. Scuotto, Commissioner Mark A. Douglas, Mayor Michael J. Ryan, Assistant Deputy Mayor Neil C. Kerch, and Commissioner Jacqueline A. Guzman.
YOUR SUNRISE CITY COMMISSION
Sunrise School Resource Officers (SROs)
Education Advisory Board
Teachers of the Month
SOCIAL SERVICES
Crisis Intervention
Fee Waiver Program
Emergency Assistance Fund (EAF)
Special Programs
SUNRISE SENIOR CENTER 55+ RESOURCES
SOCIAL SERVICES — The Special and Community Support Division provides information regarding available state and county social service programs. An emergency food pantry and medical equipment loan-out is available for Sunrise residents who may need temporary assistance due to loss of employment or other issues. The division also administers include transportation and special programs. For further information, contact the City’s Social Worker at (954) 746-3670.
· Crisis Intervention
· Emergency Assistance Fund (EAF)
· Fee Waiver Program
· Crisis Closet
· Broward County Veteran Advisor
· Broward County Property Appraiser
· Bereavement Group
· Income Tax Assistance
· Prescription Discount Card Program
· Medical Transportation
· Health and Wellness Programs
· Special Programs
STUDENT ENRICHMENT
GARY WENDT TEEN CENTER at ROARKE
GARY WENDT TEEN CENTER
City of Sunrise Teenagers: This CENTER is for you!
Please Join Us!
Our new Teen Center—operated by Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County— provides enrichment programs for teens, including career exploration, college readiness, and art education. The Center also serves snacks and hot meals and offers awesome recreation amenities, from pool and foosball to video games.
Date: Friday June 21, 2024
Time: 12:00PM - 5:00PM
Location: 1720 NW 60th Avenue, Sunrise, FL 33313
To find out more—and to apply for membership—visit https://bgcbc.org/roarke-hall-teen-center/, call (954) 537-1010, or email Anitreia Macon at amacon@bgcbc.org.
Explore and tour our brand new Teen Center! Discover the variety of engaging and impactful programs available.
Please RSVP to Anitreia Macon: amacon@bgcbc.org (954) 537 - 1010 ext. 211
All teens must be accompanied adult for admission into event. 1720 NW 60th Avenue Sunrise, FL 33313
*Disclaimer all teens must be accompanied by an adult for admission into event.
STUDENT ENRICHMENT
School-Break Programs
Outstanding Citizenship Scholarships
POINTS OF PRIDE
• Clubs and activities: SAVE Promise, Book, Science, Gardening, Lady Braves, Latinos in Action, Dance Team, Debate, Safety Patrol, Kiwanis, Strategic Chess, and Student Government.
• 5th grade students participate in Gang Resistance Education and Training (GREAT) offered by the City of Sunrise and taught by our School Resource Officer.
• Innovative technology practices to personalize learning and engage students with the use of laptops, Promethean Boards, ipads, and State of the art Media Center.
• Active PTA (Parent Teacher Association), SAC (School Advisory Committee), SAF (School Advisory Forum) memberships and host family nights to increase parent involvement.
• Awards: Golden School Award recipient for 30+ years
PROGRAM SPOTLIGHT
Banyan Elementary School is proud to be a part of the Cambridge Primary Global Perspectives program with a new Cambridge International magnet program in Grades 4-5. According to Cambridge International Education, the Global Perspectives program allows students in Grades 4th -5th to develop and embed the skills of analysis, collaboration, communication, evaluation, reflection and research. Banyan is an inclusive school with Autism Spectrum Disorder programs, and Pre-K Intensive and Specialized programs. Gifted/High Achieving classes in Grades 3rd-5th and accelerated Reader program in Grades K-5th.
BANYAN ELEMENTARY
POINTS OF PRIDE
• Clubs and activities: Student Council, Safety Patrol, Debate Team, Cheerleading, Music, Club, Art Club, Physical Education Club, News Crew for our closed-circuit morning announcements, English Language Learners Camp, I Ready Labs, and FAST Tutoring Camps.
• We partner with the city of Tamarac to teach swimming and water safety to our Kindergarten students.
• Our 5th-grade students participate in the G.R.A.D.E program with the City of Sunrise Police Department.
• We hosted a math challenge for grades K-2 and 3-5, monthly I Ready Superstar Rewards, and our 100's club induction ceremony.
• We participate in the following charitable activities throughout the school year: Harvest Drive, Thanksgiving Baskets, Angel Tree, and Disaster Relief efforts.
PROGRAM SPOTLIGHT
The mission of Discovery Elementary School is to provide a safe and nurturing environment that enhances learning and ensures the highest quality of education through state-of-the-art technology. We are the first elementary school in the Piper Innovation Zone with a Cambridge Primary Program providing students an opportunity to learn about global perspectives, enhancing their growth not only as students but as citizens of the world.Our facility operates 64 stateof-the-art Digital Classrooms. These Digital Classrooms include Promethean Board, Projector, Surround Sound, Student and Teacher Laptops, Document Camera, and DVD Player.
POINTS OF PRIDE
• Clubs and activities: Art, Music, Physical Education, GRADE Program, Open Media, Yearbook, Autism Walk, Safety Patrol and on-site amazing aftercare program with free supper.
• Active PTA (Parent Teacher Association), SAC (School Advisory Committee), and SAF (School Advisory Forum).
• Horizon Administration is visible, easy to reach, and has an open-door policy with outstanding communication and home to school connection, outstanding Pre-K program and outstanding customer service.
• Awards: Golden School Award for 30+ years.
PROGRAM SPOTLIGHT
Horizons Elementary has Cambridge Program, Pre-K through 5th grade classes, VPK, accelerated classes for specific grade levels Autism special program, quarterly honor roll assemblies for 3rd – 5th grade, social emotional learning daily for all and i-Ready reading and math. We encourage you to be part of our school family. Your involvement is crucial in creating a vibrant and supportive school community. Whether it is attending our parent-teacher meetings, joining our PTA, or participating in our SAC meetings, your presence makes a significant difference. As we enter the 2024-2025 school year, please know that maintaining a safe and secure campus in a priority here at Horizon. Safety policies and procedures will continue to be implemented to secure our campus.
POINTS OF PRIDE
• Clubs and activities: Violin, Chess, SAVE Promise, Safety Patrols, Art, WNHL Morning News, Book, and Peer Mentors.
• Afterschool Offering: Enrichment Masters, Kid Care Afterschool Program.
• Parent Involvement Opportunities: Parent Lunch, PTA, SAC, SAF, Room Parent Volunteers, Field Trips.
• Noteworthy Technology: One to one student to lap top ratio, Promethean boards in every classroom.
• Awards: Unified Champion School - All of our special program students participate in Special Olympics. We spearheaded the inaugural City of Sunrise Special Olympics event held at Piper High School.
PROGRAM SPOTLIGHT
Nob Hill Elementary is excited to offer the Cambridge Primary Program, an engaging, accelerated, academic experience for motivated learners. All third, fourth and fifth grade students will be exposed to the Cambridge curriculum. Cambridge Primary enables learners to progress seamlessly into middle and high school Cambridge programs. Cambridge learners become confident, responsible, reflective, innovative and engaged. Cambridge qualifications open doors for learners to be accepted at the world’s best universities. By choosing Cambridge you will be giving your child a solid foundation for achieving high levels of academic and personal success.
POINTS OF PRIDE
• Clubs and activities: Art, Cheerleading, Chess, Chorus, Debate, Honor, Math – district, math competitions, Men of Tomorrow, Women of Tomorrow, National Elementary, Honor Society, News, Robotics, Safety Patrols, SAVE and Student Council.
• Learning fee-based aftercare program for all students, pre-kindergarten through fifth grade, including special needs students. Free snacks included in aftercare program.
• We host content-related family nights to increase parent involvement in students’ academic performance.
• Media Center with over 10,000 book selections, Nooks and digital resources, laptops, iPads, Promethean Boards, wireless cart and digital resources.
• Recipient of Physical Education Programs (PEP) grant. Recognized Sun-Sentinel Kids of Character and Just Do It award recipients.
PROGRAM SPOTLIGHT
Sandpiper Elementary School is excited to implement the Cambridge Program for the 2024-2025 school year. FREE full-day instructional Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) for 4 year old students. Gifted/High Achieving classes are offered in kindergarten through fifth grade. Advanced lessons in Gifted/High Achieving classes are offered in kindergarten through fifth grade. support services in Exceptional Student Education (E.S.E.), including an E.S.E. Specialist and Autism Coach. Students participate in international games via Skype and local tournaments. We participate in Special Olympics and Special Basketball tournaments.
POINTS OF PRIDE
• Clubs and activities: Chorus 3-5, Drama 3-5, Student Council grades 3-5, Debate 3-5, Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math (STEAM) Special PK-5, after school support clubs grades 2-5 and Academic grades 3-5 and School Board Operated - Panther Academy.
• GRADE implementation program for 5th grade students
• Young Athletes Program for ESE PK
• Special Olympic participation ASD K-5
• Quarterly Awards K-5 and Quarterly Family Nights
• Advanced Achievement Placement (AAP) classes in grades 1-5
• Dual Langage Program K-4, and district-wide World Language Competitors grades 3-5.
• 1:1 Ratio for electronic devices K-5
PROGRAM SPOTLIGHT
PK-5 Panther Prowl Race – The Sawgrass Panther Prowl race was created by Officer Ben Hodgers 13 years ago. His childhood elementary school held an annual run (it was the highlight of his younger years) and he wanted to bring that magic to Sawgrass Elementary! This event allows our school to have its kids and their parents participate in a schoolwide event. This run promotes good health along with bonding parents with their children and school administration. It is also a community event where the community comes out to cheer on the runners. It has prompted some of our students to go on and run in middle school and high school just like Officer Ben did. Over time, it has also become the biggest fundraiser our school has ever seen. This allows us to put back into the school for improvements and purchases for all of our students to benefit.
POINTS OF PRIDE
• Clubs and activities: Safety Patrol, Pantherettes Dance Team, Speech and Debate Club, and WPAW Morning Show News Team.
• Students work within “houses” to earn points for academic achievements and demonstrating positive character traits, while connecting and building bonds during monthly house meetings.
• City of Sunrise Proclamation: Deputy Mayor Jacqueline A. Guzman presented on February 14 as Wanda E. Haynes Day.
• Ms. Nicole Coutain, Literacy Coach, was recognized as a Finalist for the 2023-2024 BCPS Teacher of the Year-Caliber Award.
• Partnership with the Talent Acquisition Department’s social media campaign to encourage candidates to apply to Broward Schools.
• Award-winning Art Program-having placed in 7 categories of the Winterfest Fantasy Boat Student Art Contest and the City of Sunrise Water Conservation poster contests.
PROGRAM SPOTLIGHT
Registered Cambridge International School & Cambridge Primary School. All 1st-5th grade classrooms are equipped with laptops for all students. Students in grades 3-5 are eligible to take devices home. Free tutoring during the school day available through Varsity Tutors. Real Men Read Initiative: In partnership with Hands on Broward, the Real Men Read initiative provides an opportunity for positive male role models to read and distribute literature to scholars in grades K-3.
VILLAGE ELEMENTARY
POINTS OF PRIDE
• Clubs and activities: Chorus/Drama Club, Dancing Divas –Step/Dance Team, Debate Team, Safety Patrols, Fall Festival/ Book Fair, Community Night/Baked Bear at Sawgrass Mills Mall, Cookies for Dad, Family Bingo Night, Father/Daughter Dance, Mother/Son Dance, and Trunk or Treat.
• “A” Graded School (3 consecutive school years)
• K – 5 Digital Classrooms
• Welleby Aftercare & Summer Camp Programs.
• PTA (Parent Teacher Association) and Family Nights.
• Community Partners: Mathnasium and Enrichment Masters.
PROGRAM SPOTLIGHT
This past school year Welleby Elementary developed our first Competing Debate Team. Our team was comprised of ten 4th grade students practiced, practicing one day a week. We were surprised by the amount of enthusiasm and interest our students displayed this school year. Our students’ relentless hard work and dedication proved to be valuable whereas our they received awards in both the group and individual competitions. This upcoming school year, we plan to expand our team, opening up auditions for 10 additional 4th grade spots.
POINTS OF PRIDE
· Proudly designated as an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School offering Middle Years Programme (MYP) Year 1, Year 2, and Year 3.
· Franklin Academy’s mission is “Building Better People Every day.”
· Cornerstone of Franklin Academy’s academic program, chess is taught to all scholars to impact critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
· Educational field trips include, out of the county locations such as St. Augustine, Kennedy Space Center, Florida Keys, Apopka, as well as local city attractions.
· Our MYP scholars participating in athletics can try out and join the school teams of soccer, basketball, volleyball, flag football, track, and floorball.
· Our Girls Volleyball team were undefeated in their division and went to the final 4 Championship.
· The National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) chapter is an honor bestowed upon deserving scholars by the faculty and shall be based on the criteria of scholarship, service, leadership, character and citizenship.
5th Grade scholars have the opportunity to become School Safety Patrol by recommendations from past teachers/staff.
PROGRAM SPOTLIGHT – IB AMBASSADORS
The IB Ambassadors at Franklin Academy Sunrise Campus are the heart and soul of our school. These extraordinary MYP scholars are handpicked to embody the very essence of our community, serving as shining examples of integrity, leadership, and excellence. With a deep understanding of the IB Program and its core values, our ambassadors radiate positivity and enthusiasm, always ready to uplift and inspire those around them. They exude school spirit, embody self-motivation, and stand as a beacon of reliability for their peers. When new faces grace our halls, it is the IB Ambassadors who extend a warm welcome, sharing their vibrant personalities and genuine eagerness to connect with others. In every way, these remarkable individuals personify the spirit of our school and the essence of what it means to be a true ambassador of learning and growth. Scholars can apply to be an IB Ambassador starting in Year 1 (6th Grade). They must maintain a 2.0 GPA, get recommendations from at least two staff members, and keep an impeccable discipline record.
FRANKLIN ACADEMY
POINTS OF PRIDE
• Bair Middle School creates a student-centered environment through Life Skills and Wellness (LSW) and Project-Based Learning (PBL).
• Awards: Recipient of the Magnet School of Excellence, awarded by Magnet Schools of America, represents the highest merit award category and is given to a select group of outstanding magnet schools.
• The Bair Middle School Band earned a "Superior" rating. This rating shows the best possible performance for the event and class of participants being evaluated, deserving of the distinction of being recognized as among the best.
• Mentoring Tomorrow’s Leaders (MTL) is a peer-to-peer mentoring, student leadership, and educational re-engagement program.
• The National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) is a student organization here that helps shape the leaders of tomorrow.
PROGRAM SPOTLIGHT
In addition to our Montessori Magnet program, we are excited to expand our academic offerings with the Cambridge Program, designed to better prepare students for college-level studies. The Cambridge classes at the middle school level are intended to prepare students for the rigorous and esteemed Cambridge Program offered at numerous Broward County High Schools. Students who graduate with a high school diploma bearing the Cambridge seal will be eligible for a Bright Futures scholarship.
POINTS OF PRIDE
• Clubs and activities: Chess, Yearbook, Cheerleading, Art, Student Government, National Junior Honor Society, Future Florida Educators, and First Priority.
• After school programs are operated by the YMCA: Homework help, Project-based learning, Physical fitness, and Athletics.
• Students interested in sports can try out for the school teams in soccer, basketball, track, volleyball, golf, cross country, and flag football.
• Westpine Middle has a wonderfully supportive Parent Teacher Organization (PTO). They sponsor fundraising activities, dances, and school clubs.
PROGRAM SPOTLIGHT
Verizon Innovative Learning Program
The Verizon Innovative Learning 1-1 iPad Program is an educational initiative aimed at providing students with individual access to iPad devices to enhance their learning experiences. Through this program, each student is equipped with their own iPad, enabling personalized learning and empowering them with digital tools to explore, create, and collaborate. Verizon Innovative Learning Program also sparked innovation in our teachers, increasing their confidence and proficiency in technology. Becoming a Verizon Innovative Learning School opened a whole new world of teaching and learning for our school. By combining the strengths of the teachers with Verizon, we increased digital equity and supported students and teachers in unlocking the potential of technology to transform teaching and learning. The impact of the Verizon Innovative Learning Program is increasing student engagement and increasing access for students, leading to greater equity and partnership in learning.
WESTPINE MIDDLE
POINTS OF PRIDE
• Piper High earned a grade of "B" from the Florida Dept. of Education in 2024, increasing 15+ points in every statemandated testing area. Since Principal Hautigan joined Piper, school achievement has increased 150 points, and a Florida “A+” rating is just 40 points away.
•For the second year in a row, Piper High’s graduation rate is 99%–the second-highest among all 29 Broward high schools.
•Piper offers more than 30 Cambridge and Advanced Placement college-level courses for high-performing students. There are also five Career Pathways: Finance & Management, Pre-Engineering, Culinary Arts, Certified Medical Assistant, and Virtual Enterprise Institute.
•The school’s recently-completed $20 million renovation includes schoolwide classroom and technology improvements, as well as a new media center, culinary arts facility and STEM labs.
•2024 Broward County District Champions in Varsity Football and Flag Football; “Superior” ratings in statewide competition for Piper Band of Pride and Piper Players Thespian troupe.
PROGRAM SPOTLIGHT
A hallmark of Piper High School's highly-respected academic programming is the accelerated, college-level Cambridge AICE Program administered by the internationally-renowned University of Cambridge. Students who earn a Cambridge AICE International Diploma receive the highest Bright Futures Scholarship, covering four year’s tuition at any university in Florida including UF and FSU. Starting this school year, Piper is funding and sponsoring Cambridge programs for every school in its innovation zone (Banyan, Discovery, Horizon, Nob Hill, Sandpiper, Village, Welleby, Bair and Westpine). This is the only full Cambridge Innovation Zone in Broward County, and one of only a few in the U.S.
POINTS OF PRIDE
• Clubs and activities: Band, Chorus, Debate, DECA, Drama/ Thespian Club, First Priority, Future Florida Educators of America (FFEA), International Club, Key Club International , JROTC, Latinos in Action, Mu Alpha Theta, National Honor Society (N.H.S.), One Mission, Robotics, Save What's Left Tri-M International Honor Society and Emery Riddle Partnerships.
• Athletics: Baseball & Softball, Basketball (Girls and Boys) (Varsity and Junior Varsity), Football, Soccer (Girls and Boys), Swimming, Track & Field Cross country and Volleyball (Girls and Boys).
• Technical Courses/Certifications: Aerospace Technologies & Design (sUAS Safety Certification), Health Science (Certified Medical Administrative Assistant), Engineering (Solidworks & AutoCAD), Digital Design (Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator), Finance & Business Principals (Quickbooks Certification), Building Trades & Construction (NCCER Core Certification), and Computer Programming (JAVA Certification).
• Awards: Deca Competition State Winners, National Merit Scholarship Winner, Participation in the NASA Student Launch and Wind Ensemble earned a superior rating from the Florida Bandmasters Association. Swimming – 1 Swimmer advanced to the state final, Boys 4X1 team advanced to the state final.
PROGRAM SPOTLIGHT
Plantation High School is a comprehensive high school offering classes ranging from career technical programs/certifications to full honors, gifted, IB, Cambridge, and Advanced Placement curriculum. Rigorous advanced academic courses are available in all academic areas, as well as in selected electives and world languages above the second year. Plantation High School has well-rounded activities including over 30 athletic teams, a variety of Music & Art programs, and sixty+ clubs, including service & curricular-related programs.
POINTS OF PRIDE
• Clubs and activities: Over 80 including Band, Chorus, Best Buddies, Kakes for Kids, Key Club, Mu Alpha Theta, JROTC, DECA, Latinos in Action (LIA), and Peer Counseling.
• Athletics – Over 20 different sports for both boys and girls, featuring the 2022 Girls Flag Football State Champions and 2024 Softball and Cheerleading State champions.
• Partnership with Rotary Club of Weston awarding high achieving students with college scholarships.
• One of the top 1% of Debate programs nationally, with multiple winners.
• CTACE programs offering certification in multiple areas such as agricultural science, business, culinary, engineering, medical skills, and computer science.
• National Honor Society – Tutoring struggling students in different subject areas such as Math, Science, and Language Arts.
• SGA – Student Government promoting an organizing the Fall and Spring Harvest Drive.
• Over $10M of scholarships for students annually.
• Service opportunities – Class of 2024 completed 128,523 service hours.
PROGRAM SPOTLIGHT
Western High is a top school with programs in STEM Academy – Rocketry, Robotics, and Solar Car Nationally Ranked. ESOL –International Academy Clustered classes for Beginning English Language Learners. HOSA – Health professional classes to promote careers in the Health Profession. Culinary – leading to ServSafe certification. One of the only Horticulture programs in the County.
SOCCER
Register: August
Play: October – January
YOUTH RECREATIONAL
BASEBALL & SOFTBALL
Register: December
Play: February - May
Children of all skill levels are invited to have fun and get active in a noncompetitive environment.
The City’s youth recreational sports programs give kids an opportunity to learn sports fundamentals, build discipline and confidence, and be part of a team!
BASKETBALL
Register: April
Play: June – August
FLAG FOOTBALL & CHEERLEADING
Register: June
Play: August – October
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